Tin Meaning

There are 7 meaning(s) for word Tin

Meaning 1 : a silvery malleable metallic element that resists corrosion; used in many alloys and to coat other metals to prevent corrosion; obtained chiefly from cassiterite where it occurs as tin oxide

    Synonyms : atomic number 50,  sn
Meaning 2 : metal container for storing dry foods such as tea or flour

    Synonyms : canister,  cannister
Meaning 3 : preserve in a can or tin

    Example : tinned foods are not very tasty

    Synonyms : can,  put up
Meaning 4 : airtight sealed metal container for food or drink or paint etc.

    Synonyms : can,  tin can
Meaning 5 : a vessel (box, can, pan, etc.) made of tinplate and used mainly in baking

Meaning 6 : plate with tin

Meaning 7 : prepare (a metal) for soldering or brazing by applying a thin layer of solder to the surface

How to Pronounce Tin

  • tɪn